It was held to assert French know-how in the decorative arts – an emerging modern style known today as art deco – through the lens of architecture and exhibits of luxury goods. Today ...

Dezeen’s Art Deco Centenary series explores art deco architecture and design, 100 years on from the “arts décoratifs” exposition in Paris that later gave the style its name.

Jean Dunand was a French Art Deco artist and designer. Considered a master of lacquer, Dunand's practice also involved sculpting, metalwork, and furniture design. Characteristic of the Art Deco ...